AL HR343

Mourns the death of Judge David Joe Breland of Decatur, Alabama, who passed away on April 30, 2025, at age 72.

Recognizes Judge Breland's 25-year tenure as Morgan County District Judge beginning in 1983, serving without opposition in four re-elections.

Honors his pioneering work in juvenile justice reform, establishing community-based services that became a statewide model influencing the Alabama Juvenile Justice Act of 2008.

Celebrates his post-retirement service as Director of Historic Resources for the City of Decatur, overseeing restoration of the Old State Bank and Historic Union Depot.

Extends sympathy to his surviving family including his wife of 45 years, Drama Dorning Breland; two children; five grandchildren; and one brother.